America at 500
In the 500 years since Columbus' arrival the America's flourished and surpassed Europe. This six part series explores a variety of topics and how the people who call the Americas their home navigate them.
- 1992-1992
- 1 season
- Multicom Entertainment Group
- Documentary
In the 500 years since Columbus' arrival the America's flourished and surpassed Europe. This six part series explores a variety of topics and how the people who call the Americas their home navigate them.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 1992
Episode 1
American Identities
48 mins
The America's are the most diverse of all the continents, though this can lead to difficulties in shaping our own identities. From Cuban Americans to French Canadians, they all have their own stories.
Episode 2
Unequal Americas
47 mins
While the Americas are home to the largest economies, millions are impoverished. From children who live in the sewers in Bogata to thousands moving to Mexico City, hoping for better life.
Episode 3
A Vote for the Future
48 mins
Democracy in the Americas is on the rise. Chile is struggling becoming a Democracy following the fall of a dictatorship. Even in the United States we see the fight against voter apathy.
Episode 4
First Americans
47 mins
The first Americans are in-danger of being wiped out. From the systematic attempt to assimilate the first peoples of Guatemala to how drought and depopulation threaten those with roots to the Incas.
Episode 5
God in the Americas
47 mins
The face of Religion is ever changing. In Huston, Rev. Young has built a million dollar Church complex. In Venezuela and Guatemala the masses are unsure what their religious futures are.
Episode 6
Frontiers of the Future
47 mins
Today the Americas are on the verge of total unity. From Brazilians working with tourists to preserve the Amazon, to residents in small towns in Montana using the internet to connect to the world.